House fire in Richardson

Two people have escaped uninjured with their dog after a fire began in the kitchen of their Richardson home.

ACT Fire & Rescue were called to Prichard Circuit at 6:49pm and quickly extinguished the fire.

The fire began in the back of an oven and spread to the roof space. The fire was contained by crews and damage was minimal.

Three pumpers, the Breathing Apparatus Van and a commander attended the incident.

Units will shortly leave the scene.